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3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Conditions affecting operation
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The smart entry & start system uses weak radio waves. In the following situations, the
communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may be affected, preventing
the smart entry & start system, wireless remote control and engine immobilizer system
from operating properly. (Ways of coping: P. 605)
When the electronic key battery is depleted
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Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large display, airport or
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other facility that generates strong radio waves or electrical noise
When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by the following metallic
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objects
• Portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other wireless communication
device
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
• Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal
• Media such as CDs and DVDs
When other wireless keys (that emit radio waves) are being used nearby
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When carrying the electronic key together with the following devices that emit radio
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waves
• Another vehicle's electronic key or a wireless key that emits radio waves
• Personal computers or personal digital assistants (PDAs)
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems
If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to the rear win-
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dow
When the electronic key is placed near a battery charger or electronic devices
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Note for the entry function
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Even when the electronic key is within the effective range (detection areas), the system
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may not operate properly in the following cases:
• The electronic key is too close to the window or outside door handle, near the
ground, or in a high place when the doors are locked or unlocked.
• The electronic key is on the instrument panel, luggage cover or floor, or in the door
pockets or glove box when the engine is started or engine switch modes are
changed.
Do not leave the electronic key on top of the instrument panel or near the door pockets
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when exiting the vehicle. Depending on the radio wave reception conditions, it may be
detected by the antenna outside the cabin and the doors will become lockable from the
outside, possibly trapping the electronic key inside the vehicle.
As long as the electronic key is within the effective range, the doors may be locked or
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unlocked by anyone. However, only the doors detecting the electronic key can be used
to unlock the vehicle.
Even if the electronic key is not inside the vehicle, it may be possible to start the engine
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if the electronic key is near the window.
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